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22 Cadillac St

97 Mary Day Ave

41 Canal Dr

460 Nebraska Ave

594 Colorado Ave

24 Canal Dr
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16 Victory Dr

1804 Colonial Village Way, Unit #1

1671 Cass Lake Rd

27 Sylvan Ct

76 W Strathmore Ave

97 W Rundell St

245 S Edith St
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866 Amanda Ln

16 Greenwoode Ln.

126 W Cornell Ave

8 Sparrow Hill Dr

100 W Hickory Grove Rd

2500 Mann Rd

85 E Beverly Ave
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2500 Mann Rd

995 Lakeview St

26 Parakeet Hill Dr

35 Cardinal Hill Dr

42 Hummingbird Dr

750 Scottwood St

301 Rockwell St
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587 E Fox Hills Dr
Pontiac, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Pontiac?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontiac 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,674 | $1,050 | $3,300 |
| Pontiac 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,434 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
| Pontiac 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,685 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Pontiac 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,716 | $4,300 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pontiac, MI
Pricing Updated: 05/27/2026Current apartment rentals in the Pontiac, MI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pontiac Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Boulevard | $1,472 | $300 | 58 |
Cheapest Available Pontiac Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pontiac, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ in the Woodward neighborhood priced from $300. Winston Commons in the Woodward neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $515. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pontiac apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $300 |
| Winston Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $515 |
| The Hamilton | 3 Bedroom Unit | 3BR,2BA | $628 |
| Pike St. Rentals LLC | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Cornerstone Townhomes | The Huron | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Club One of Auburn Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Heritage Park East | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Huron Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Turtle Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Waterford Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $924 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pontiac, MI
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pontiac area is the $0.85 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Unit Model at The Hamilton in the in the Woodward neighborhood starting from $913. The second greatest value Pontiac apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Winston Commons starting at $515 with a $0.50 price per square foot in the Woodward neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pontiac apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hamilton | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Winston Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.50 |
| Oakland Hills Townhomes | Tamarack | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Bloomfield On The Green - West Bloomfield, MI | 2 Bed | 1 Bath Red | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Woodlake Hills | 2Bed1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Heritage Park East | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Fox Pointe Apartments | Somerset | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Turtle Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Club One of Auburn Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Phoenix Place Senior Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Pontiac?
There are currently 209 Apartments for Rent in Pontiac, MI with pricing that ranges from $300 to $4,250. There are also 77 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pontiac ranging from $650 to $13,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Pontiac?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pontiac ranges from $650 to $13,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,328.
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